Wolgast to Give Rivers a Change in Los Angeles Bout
Wolgast plans a July 4 ring return against Joe Rivers in Los Angeles in a twenty round title bout. The winner earns $15 000 while Rivers takes $7 500. Prominent boxing figures debate Wolgast’s post appendicitis condition and whether catchweight 138 pounds favors Rivers.
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Tommy Clark
Ad Wolgast
Joe Rivers
Los Angeles
Cal
Rivers
Jack Johnson
Jim Flynn
Las Vegas
N. M
Wolgast
Johnny Kil
Wolgast's Comeback Fight and Nelson Contrast
The discussion notes Rivers must study multiple angles before challenging the lightweight champion. It recalls Wolgast's dramatic bouts with Nelson, where Wolgast was down early but revived to dominate long into the later rounds. The piece centers on resilience and the slim chance of landing a decisive haymaker to win.
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Rivers
Wolgast
Bane
Kilbane
Battling Nelson
Little Cadillac Boy
Tommy Gary
Chicago
Nelson
Cadillac Boy
Speaker's Hat in Ring for AL Batting Crown
Boston Red Sox outfielder Tris Speaker declares himself a contender for the American League batting title. He challenges Ty Cobb of Detroit and Joe Jackson of Cleveland who have claimed the honors for themselves and says they must prove it to him in October.
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Boston
Cobb
Tris Speaker
Boston Red Sox
Ty Cobb
Detroit
Joe Jackson
Cleveland
Speaker
Rector In Training Seeks Olympic Team Spot
James A. Rector the Virginia sprint ace now living in St. Louis plans to try for the American Olympic team at the Chicago tryouts on June 8. Some say his old form returns, others doubt he can match his former speed.
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James A
Jimmy) Rector
St. Louis
Rector
Chicago
Fans Should Remember This Umpire Judgment Nearer to Play
A remark urging fans to curb harsh criticism of umpires, noting the official is as fallible as spectators but closer to the action and better positioned to assess plays. The quote emphasizes restraint and respect for umpire decisions.
Pitcher Who Works Barefoot Draws Fans in Southern Baseball
A Southern league pitcher named Deacon Davis pitched barefoot last season. He began his first game in the bushes and removed his shoes and stockings saying he always pitched that way, sparking fans’ amusement before returning to normal on the mound.
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Montgomery
Deacon Davis
Weight Gain on Sea Voyage Threatens Olympic Athletes
American athletes fear weight gain during transatlantic voyage to Europe for the Olympics. Report cites 1906 trip from New York to Athens where up to 14 pounds were gained, leaving about 40 percent of starters in Athens unfit by arrival. Causes include illness and injury, but most losses due to excess fat.
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America
Europe
Athens
New York
Greece
Giants of Columbus claim giants on city team
A Columbus Georgia club proclaims itself the real roast of giants and dares any other team to equal its players. Manager Lox stands six five, catcher Ixrebs six one, his brother six two, pitcher Morrow six four, and shortstop Ward six three and a half. Five others are around six feet, giving a tall roster with second baseman Hreyette notably shorter at five six and a half.
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Columbus
Giants
Lox
Ixrebs
Morrow
Ward
Larry MclLean
Hreyette
Contradictory Exchange Sparks Marriage Reminder
A quip from the London Telegraph contrasts sly confusion about a son’s readiness with the punchline that he is about to marry, highlighting a humorous clash of expectations and wit.
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London Telegraph
Cheerfulness as a Lifelong Habit
Leigh Mitchell Hodges argues that choosing a cheerful disposition early leads to genuine success and greater life satisfaction. He urges readers to cultivate happiness as a deliberate habit for lasting personal fulfillment.
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Leigh Mitchell Hodges
Aunt Mary Moffat Party Brings Book Characters Together
The popular novel Aunt Mary Moffat spawns real life intrigue as author John Hastings hosts a gathering in Knowlbridge to meet the people he based on characters. Guests include a patriarchal parson, heroines, Aunt Mary Moffat and others, prompting dramatic toasts and curiosity.
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Muar Moffat
Dr. Brandon
Europe
John Hastings
John
Ethel Ransom
Ethel
Mary Moffat
Brandon
Mr. Hastings
Huckleberry Junction Post
Aunt Marys
Legion
Hastings
Knowlbridge
Grandma
Samuel Bangs
John Rose
Thomas Presley
Jennie Jenkins
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Aberdeen, Wash
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Aberdeen Herald
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